Chikhalod Bk. - Parola, Jalgaon
Chikhalod Bk. is a village situated in the Parola tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parola and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Chikhlod Bk. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikhalod Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikhalod Bk. is 527574. The village covers a total geographical area of 452.57 hectares and falls under the 425111 pincode. Parola is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Chikhalod Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amalner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikhalod Bk.
According to the 2011 Census, Chikhalod Bk. village had a total population of 400 people, including 209 males and 191 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.54%, with male literacy at 68.07% and female literacy at 54.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 112.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 400 | 209 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 43 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 60 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 113 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 96 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Chikhalod Bk.
Chikhalod Bk. is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chikhalod Bk.
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chikhalod Bk..
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parola to Chikhalod Bk. is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Chikhalod Bk. is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikhalod Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikhalod Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chikhalod Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikhalod Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chikhalod Bk.
Where is Chikhalod Bk. located?
Chikhalod Bk. village is located in Parola Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikhalod Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikhalod Bk. is Chikhlod Bk..
What is the pincode of Chikhalod Bk.?
The pincode of Chikhalod Bk. is 425111.
What is the population of Chikhalod Bk.?
Chikhalod Bk. had a total population of 400, including 209 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Chikhalod Bk.?
Chikhalod Bk. had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikhalod Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikhalod Bk. was 61.54%. Male literacy was 68.07% and female literacy was 54.72%.